Off the Radar Lima Food Tour Hidden Spots Pisco and Local Vibes

4.5 (31 reviews) Lima, Peru
Duration3h - 4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Forget boring tours. This is going out with local friends who happen to know where Lima hides its best food. Discover off-the-radar spots, chase the real Peruvian umami, sip strong Pisco Sours, crack open some beers, and dive headfirst into the local vibe.

No tourist traps, no stiff schedules, no boring lectures. Just hidden gems, incredible food, good drinks, and a bloody good time!!

Because life's about delicious food, freaky friends, and Rock 'n' Roll!

KEEP IN MIND!

- The experience is designed to take you to the right place to eat the right dishes based on your appetite.

- You pay local prices directly at each stop, no markups, no commissions.

- What you’re supporting with your tip is our work: years of exploring, testing, and selecting the best real local spots.

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What's included

  • Only local places, you wont see flags or tourists around during the whole tour.
  • Pro-shot video of your adventure with drone flights. The crazier you behave the better reel you get.
  • Printed peruvian food guide full of tips and historical background + sticker of peruvian food lover
  • Expert Licensed guide (English) not a walking enciclopedia (FYI: he is a stand up comedian)
  • Meals & Drinks not included: Dishes priced from 6 to 50 soles — served in big portions of mouthwatering Peruvian flavors. Just like Peruvians like it!
  • Gratuities and Tips are not included in the booking (highly appreciated)

What to expect

  1. MAC - Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Lima
    5m
    Stop 1: Intro speech at Meeting Point: Mac Barranco.

    After booking, we’ll send you a short form to choose the dishes you want to try. Based on your choices, your guide will show you the places you’ll visit during the tour.

    During the intro speech, your guide will explain the tour, share safety tips, and outline the customized tour we previously prepared.
  2. Barranco
    20m
    Stop 2: Emoliente – Sip an Ancestral Elixir (1 drink is enough for 4 guests)

    Time to drink like the locals — and the ancestors! At this stop, we’ll try emoliente, a traditional Peruvian herbal drink packed with natural ingredients from the Andes and Amazon. It’s warm, healing, and made with a blend of herbs that showcase the incredible biodiversity of Peru.

    Not just a drink — it’s a potion passed down from Inca times, believed to cure everything from a cold to heartbreak.

    Let’s toast to your health — Peruvian style!
  3. Santiago de Surco
    30m
    Stop 3: Traditional Peruvian Breakfast (portion for 3 guests) in Old Santiago de Surco

    We’ll head into the oldest part of Barranco, the historic Santiago de Surco district, to enjoy a classic Peruvian breakfast at a beloved local joint — the kind of place only locals know about.

    On the menu:

    Chicharrón – crispy, deep-fried pork

    Camote frito – golden sweet potato slices

    Salsa criolla – a zesty onion and lime topping

    Tamal – soft, savory corn dough filled with seasoned meat

    Freshly brewed Peruvian coffee and toasted bread to round it out

    ✨ It’s a full-on feast, just like Sundays at grandma’s house — bold, comforting, and unforgettable.
  4. Santiago de Surco
    40m
    Stop 4: Chinese-Peruvian Flavors at a True Cantonese Chifa (1 Portion enough for 3 guests)

    Next, we visit an exclusive, family-run Chifa where the owners — straight from Canton — have brought authentic recipes to life in Lima.

    ✨ A crash course in culinary history — served with soy sauce and soul.
  5. Santiago de Surco
    15m
    Stop 5: Explore the Neighborhood, Pro Video and drone flight Moments. (Included)

    Explore hidden streets, murals, and local corners

    Capture your adventure with a professional video reel

    Includes drone flights and AI-enhanced frames for cinematic shots

    Your guide helps you get epic photos and videos as you walk
  6. Santiago de Surco
    20m
    ☕ Stop 6. Optional stop: Coffee Break at a Historic Café (cup per guests)

    For those who want to slow down, we’ll stop at an old-school coffee shop packed with history from Santiago de Surco’s past — a place where stories linger as long as the aroma.

    The coffee? Sourced straight from the Peruvian jungle, rich, bold, and proudly local.

    ✨ A perfect pause to sip, reflect, and soak in the heritage.
  7. Santiago de Surco
    20m
    Stop 7: Local Market Adventure – Shop Like a Local

    Time to dive into the real everyday Peru! We’ll visit a traditional local market, bustling with color, sounds, and the smell of fresh herbs and ripe fruit.

    Mingle with locals buying ingredients for lunch, and pick out your own products — veggies, meats, spices — at local prices, just like a true vecino.

    ✨ What you buy is what you’ll cook — freedom, freshness, and full-on flavor.
  8. Santiago de Surco
    40m
    Stop 8: Ceviche Experience (1 portion enough for 3 guests - )

    Enjoy a fresh ceviche tasting at a local spot

    Learn the proper way to eat it to get the best flavors

    Your guide shares tips and local insights about the dish

    Food & drinks not included; you pay for what you choose
  9. Barranco
    10m
    Stop 10 – Pisco Sour Experience (1 glass per guest)

    Sip a classic Peruvian Pisco Sour at a historic bar

    Learn how it’s crafted from a local expert — shake, stir, and taste like a pro

    Discover the story and culture behind Peru’s most famous cocktail
  10. MAC - Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Lima
    5m
    Return & Wrap-Up

    Return to the Mac Barranco meeting point

    Your guide shares tips, recommendations, and insider advice for the rest of your Lima adventure

    Get an average estimate of when your pro video (with drone and AI-enhanced frames) will be ready

    Guides work on a tip-only basis, ensuring the highest quality experience

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For our 5 pm Food tour By Night.

Meeting point

For the followed tours:

-10 am Free Foodie Tour Barranco by day
-Uncovered Lima Downtown

End point

For our 5 pm Food tour By Night.

End point

For the followed tours:

-10 am Free Foodie Tour Barranco by day
-Uncovered Lima Downtown

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The meeting point for the 10:00 AM tour is the Lima Museum of Contemporary Art, located at Av. Almte. Miguel Grau 1511, Barranco 15063, Peru.
  • The meeting point for the 5:00 PM tour is at Metro Oval Market Balta, located at Ovalo Balta 1198, Barranco 1102, Peru

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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